Automotive enthusiasts worldwide got a glimpse of the new 2014 Porsche 911 4 and 911 4S at The North American Auto Show in Detroit and quickly noticed that Porsche was borrowing from past designs to enhance newer models. These two Porsches are the first to combine the classic Targa concept with cutting edge, innovative roof technology. Just like the legendary original 911 Targa of 1965, the new models feature the distinctive Targa roof bar, a movable front roof section, and a wraparound rear window. But unlike the classic 911 Targa, the roof segment can be opened and closed at the push of a button. The fully automatic roof system stows the Targa top behind the rear seats.

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The 911 Targa 4 is powered by a horizontally opposed 3.4-liter 6-cylinder engine with 350 hp. Equipped with the optional Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK) and Sport Chrono package, the 911 Targa 4 accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 4.6 seconds and is capable of a top track speed of 174 mph (175 mph with the manual transmission). The 911 Targa 4S delivers 400 hp from its 3.8-liter horizontally opposed 6-cylinder engine, and accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 4.2 seconds when equipped with optional PDK and Sport Chrono package. The 911 Targa 4S is capable of reaching a top track speed of 183 mph when equipped with a manual transmission and 182 mph with PDK.

The 911 Targa 4 will have an MSRP of $101,600 while the 911 Targa 4S model will have an MSRP of $116,200. Both cars also have a destination charge of $995. Deliveries of the 911 Targa in the U.S. are scheduled to begin this summer and will be available locally at Desert European Motorcars in Rancho Mirage.

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As an automotive enthusiast, Randy has restored several vehicles in the past and is a true admirer of classic and vintage cars. Some of these vehicles include a 1968 Camaro SS convertible, 1974 Corvette Stingray 454 Roadster, 1976 Rolls Royce, 1979 Chevy Silverado 4x4 and 1970 Mustang. Randy keeps in tune with new car news, local car shows, auctions and collections in the Palm Springs area. Randy can be contacted at randy@rheinitz.com.